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Start by exploring downtown Branford’s shops and restaurants, then follow the scenic Route 146 to Stony Creek, winding around the harbor to the Thimble Islands. Climb aboard one of the Thimble Island cruise boats (Islander, Sea Mist, Volsunga IV) for a cruise around these legendary pirate hideouts, now stunning private vacation homes.

The beach house offers amazing views of the Long Island Sound and Thimble Islands. In the summer, enjoy the sun, sand and water with a private membership to Owenego Beach Club during your stay. Wireless Internet available at the house and the beach. Get work done while you relax!

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- Private Beach Club Access

- Bath House at the beach for changing and storage

- Upstairs/ Downstairs

- Hardwood Floors

- Bright kitchen w/ skylights

- Cute front porch

- Satellite TV (and TIVO) in living room and bedroom

- Keurig Coffee Maker

- Tennis court with pro tennis coach access

- Playground at Beach

- Walking distance to highly rated dinning

- Kids Beach Toys

- Wireless Internet Access

Fishing and boating are excellent. Walking distance (2 min walk) to Lenny’s Restaurant for legendary Lobsters, Steaks and Seafood, Bud’s Fish Market for fresh Littleneck Clams, Wine Bar, liquor store, Ben & Jerry's, fresh vegetables and more. Branford train station is 3 miles away with free parking (110 mins to Grand Central Station in NYC). The Outlet stores are 1/2 hour away, two casinos are one hour away, IKEA is a 15 minutes and the ferry to Block Island is a one hour drive. 15 mins to Yale and Universtiy of New Haven.

Things to do in Branford:

- Boat tour of Thimble Islands

- Hike, Jog, Cross Country Sky at the many regional water authority trails (over 60 miles of them).

- Take a dinner train ride or murder mystery train ride on the Essix Steam train.

About Rachel Mele

The owners, Jeff and Rachel Mele, purchased this second home as a place for their Florida parents to stay and visit with their 3 grandchildren. The house is available as a vacation rental when not in use by the family.

Rachel Mele purchased this house in 2012

Why Rachel Mele chose Branford

It's perfect! It has amazing views of the water and Thimble Islands. The near by restaurants are some of the best in CT! It's the perfect location for family to relax and enjoy all the seasons of CT.

What makes this house unique

The house is only steps away from Owenego Beach Club. The walk to Owenego hugs the shoreline. The family get a Membership each year to enjoy the water, activities, food, tennis and the kids love their unique playground.

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(45 traveller reviews)

Beautiful, Beautiful, Beautiful!!

We loved this house so much that I'm not sure where to begin. The house was clean, well decorated and the perfect size for my husband, me and our 2 year old. We rented this house to celebrate our 5th wedding anniversary and my husband's birthday. The location was great and the morning view from the bedroom window was incredible. I was up early enough to see the sunrise both mornings, breathtaking! The house is one house away from the water and within walking districts to restaurants and a few small shops. My husband and I joked that we didn't want to give this house a good review because then the secret would be out. We have rented a few houses on Home Away, but this one is truly special. We plan on going back but we're not sure when yet. Rachel and her husband were very nice and so easy to communicate with. This house is wonderful and we 100% recommend you stay there if you have the opportunity to do so.

Review Submitted: Oct 8, 2013

Date of Stay: Sep 2013

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: What a fabulous review. We are so thrilled you love our home and look forward to having you again.

Adorable cottage by the ocean

We enjoyed our stay at this little house in Branford. It was right by the ocean as advertised and very comfortable. We are new to the Home Away experience and of the three places we stayed this was probably our favorite. The house was very clean and had everything one could want to make us comfortable

Everything was fairly close although, because we were there in mid October, many attractions had closed for the winter which was disappointing. We are from California and are not used the things closing for the season!! However my husband plays golf and he found golf courses so he was happy.

Fantastic Beach House

Excellent location! This house was very well equipped. The kitchen was well stocked with condiments, and cooking supplies. Very kid friendly, with many extras for kids to enjoy (beach toys, chairs, DVDs, etc). Great front yard for the kids to run around and enjoy. Beds were very comfortable with amazing views of the water. Beach club access was terrific. We will definitely return to this home again. Highly recommend this property.

Beautiful property, quiet location

Although we didn't have the pleasure of being able to spend extended hours at the Beach House, our four nights were as pleasurable as could be! The location is breathtaking and the ocean - calming. Even though the property is in town, there is a feeling of solitude. We enjoyed all the amenities and appreciated being able to cook our own breakfasts each day to save a few bucks. Well-supplied kitchen, super big pull-out bed in living room, and while the bathroom is small, it was very functional for our family of four. We liked being close to the train station, New Haven, Mystic, Hartford, and on our last day we left for Cape Cod, which turned out to be a pleasant, relaxed drive. We all agreed that we'd stay here again in a heartbeat. We hope to have the opportunity!

Lovely Cottage <3

My husband and I and two teens had a lovely time is this little cottage. Waking up to the ocean right at your window was such a treat! The home was clean and had everything you needed, even some family games sets. We came right before the season begins so many seasonal business were still closed. Next time we will come during the season and visit the Thimble Island. Thank you Rachel!

Perfect escape from the city!

Sea view, fresh air, all the amenities you need for a great stay, short drive from the quaint town of Branford, front garden for our 21 month old to run wild in, responsive owners. Can't wait to go back!

Walking distance to Lenny’s Restaurant for legendary Lobsters, Steaks and Seafood, Bud’s Fish Market for fresh Littleneck Clams, a marketplace, liquor store and more. The Outlet stores are 1/2 hour away, two casinos are one hour away, IKEA is a 15 minutes and the ferry to Block Island is a one hour drive.

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